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Recent preschool reviews in Old Saybrook, CT

Mari's Place Family Daycare

5.0

Updated Review.. It has been almost 2 years since we started at Mari's place. Mari and her family are amazing. One of the biggest accomplishments, we had at Mari's daycare, was potty training. Thanks to Mari potty training took a week and it is was painless. She helped to prepare for this big step...

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The Children's Tree Montessori School, Inc

5.0

This is a well rounded education that you won't find in any traditional or public school setting. It's such a nurturing environment for toddlers all the way through the elementary year. The kids are given respect not seen in any other school or daycare I've seen.

- Mara

Red Barn Children's Center Inc

5.0

Our family has had a wonderful experience at Red Barn, and we'd recommend them to anyone. The teachers are loving, nurturing, and always seem to have interesting art and activities planned. A big bonus is that the kids get a lot of outside time - which is something that was important to us and we...

- Jillian W.

Cde Co-Op Nursery School

5.0

Fantastic teachers who adore their students. Its evident as soon as you walk in that the children are enthusiastic about being at school and love being creative. The environment is bright, inviting and its refreshing to see so many projects being created by the children. I could not be happier...

- LE

Preschools in Old Saybrook, CT

Mari's Place Family Daycare

Mari's Place Family Daycare

239 Elm Street, Old Saybrook, CT

5.0

(16)

Mari's Place Family Daycare is a Connecticut licensed child nurturing, developmental oriented and child-safe home environment. About me: I have worked with children for a period over fifteen years and I can truly say that there is nothing is this world that gives me more satisfaction than to guide...
5.0
"Updated Review.. It has been almost 2 years since we started at Mari's place. Mari and her family are amazing. One of the biggest accomplishments, we had at Mari's daycare, was potty training. Thanks to Mari potty training took a week and it is was painless. She...

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The Children's Tree Montessori School, Inc

The Children's Tree Montessori School, Inc

96 Essex Rd, Old Saybrook, CT

3.0

(8)

The Children's Tree Montessori School is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) offering full and part time classes for toddler 18-36 months, preschool and kindergarten children ages 3-6 years and elementary school for children in K-6th grade from 6-12 yrs old, with plans to open a middle school in the near future....
5.0
"We were drawn towards Montessori after a negative experience in a traditional school with our older daughter. She stayed at CTMS until finishing 5th grade. Our 8 year old is finishing her 2nd grade year, and we still couldn't be more pleased with the education and...

T S


My Second Home offers all day childcare for children aging from 8 weeks to 10 years old. Early morning care is available as the center opens at 6:30 am. Before school and after school care is also available until 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. My Second Home also offers a Preschool Program for ages...

Community Co-Op Nursery School

366 Main St, Old Saybrook, CT

Community Co-Op Nursery School is a childcare and education provider that serves the community of Old Saybrook CT. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate programs that foster holistic development among children age three to five. The center has a capacity of 27 children and...

The Sherwood School

45 Sherwood Ter, Old Saybrook, CT

The Sherwood School, Inc. in Old Saybrook, Connecticut is a Church-based Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 68 children from three years old to school age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s...

Red Barn Children's Center Inc

Red Barn Children's Center Inc

125 Kelseytown Rd, Clinton, CT

3.0

(8)

Red Barn Children's Center preschool includes two classroom areas the Little Barn and the Gray Barn. In the classrooms, children will find a variety of toys, games, books, art materials and educational aids. A play area provides the setting for dramatic and block play, while an area with tables...
5.0
"Our family has had a wonderful experience at Red Barn, and we'd recommend them to anyone. The teachers are loving, nurturing, and always seem to have interesting art and activities planned. A big bonus is that the kids get a lot of outside time - which is something...

Jillian W.


Essex Preschool Ltd

Essex Preschool Ltd

6 Methodist Hill, Essex, CT

Essex Preschool Ltd, organized in 1968, is a private preschool offering programs for children, 2.5 to 5 years of age. Its purpose is to make available an enriching preschool atmosphere fostering healthy physical, emotional, and intellectual growth. We are open September to June. Monday through...

CDE Co-Op PreSchool

CDE Co-Op PreSchool

24 River St, Deep River, CT

OUR MISSION: Our mission is to provide children with a developmentally appropriate preschool experience in a safe and nurturing environment. This tradition of creating life long learners is a mission to which Chester, Deep River, Essex Co-Operative Nursery School has remained true for 70 years....

Wholehearted Early Learning Center

Wholehearted Early Learning Center

37 Morgan Park, Clinton, CT

Whole Hearted Early Learning Center (WHELC) is a licensed play-based and community focused at home center located in Clinton. WHELC emphasizes the importance of viewing each child as an individual. We serve families with children between the ages of 2.9-4 years old. The Head Teacher for our PreK...

Cde Co-Op Nursery School

24 River St, Deep River, CT

5.0

(1)

Cde Co-Op Nursery School is a cooperative, non-profit, non-sectarian, inclusive preschool with a staff and membership of families who are dedicated to providing the very best in preschool education to children ages 2, 3, 4 and 5. The school appreciates and respects the uniqueness of every child....
5.0
"Fantastic teachers who adore their students. Its evident as soon as you walk in that the children are enthusiastic about being at school and love being creative. The environment is bright, inviting and its refreshing to see so many projects being created by the...

LE


COMMUNITY RENEWAL TEAM INC

82 W Main St, Clinton, CT

Community Renewal Team Inc is a social services provider that offers a wide range of community-based programs for children and adults. Based in Clinton, Connecticut, the company offers a licensed day care geared for infants and toddlers, a head start program for preschoolers, and after-school...

The Creative Playschool Inc

29 Society Rd, Niantic, CT

The Creative Playschool, Inc located at 29 Society Road, Niantic, CT is a non-profit, non-denominational cooperative preschool for children ages three to six years old. The school offers extensive programs and curriculum designed to meet the developmental needs of the children.

Salt Meadow Academy

15 Bluff Avenue, Clinton, CT

Ct Licensed Family Day Care Home #56306. Salt Meadow Academy is a Reggio inspired, nature-based, licensed family home childcare and preschool program in Clinton, Connecticut that offers an environment where the child's natural desire to learn is stimulated through meaningful, appropriate, and...

Incarnation Center Inc

253 Bushy Hill Rd, Ivoryton, CT

The Incarnation Center, Inc. is a ministry of the Episcopal Church located in Ivoryton, Connecticut. It operates the Bushy Hill Nature Center, which is a perfect setting for school programs, summer camp, team building and workshops. The center provides guests opportunities to enhance their...

Kiddie Kampus Learning Center

245 Flanders Rd, Niantic, CT

Kiddie Kampus Learning Center on Flanders Road, Niantic keeps their facility safe and secure that lets children explore and develop. Their center features contemporary methods, equipments, and activities designed to address the needs of growing children.

Schoolmates Preschool

67 Main St, Ivoryton, CT

Located in Ivoryton, Connecticut, Schoolmates Preschool provides early childhood education to children. It offers a learning environment rich in language, math, science, and problem-solving. The Preschool uses the Common Core Curriculum that promotes every child's physical, social, emotional,...

Kenyon's Home Daycare

8 Poppy Lane, East Lyme, CT

I have been a home daycare provider for 28 years. certified in CPR & first aid. I have also worked with children with disabilities. I am located in the Flanders school district. Meals are included. I love children! caring for them & watching them grow. They are all so unique. We have a large outdoor...

The Children's Gathering

221 Roxbury Rd, Niantic, CT

The Children's Gathering is a childcare facility in Niantic, Connecticut. It has a maximum capacity of 19 children between the ages of six weeks and twelve years old. The center offers comprehensive, stimulating early childhood education and care on a full-time basis.

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Ratings for Old Saybrook, CT preschools listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Preschools in Old Saybrook, CT are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 18 listed preschools.